We’re also notorious for our forthright natures and love of all things natural – and that goes for beauty products too. Our absolute favourite look is bare-skinned and glowing with just a hint of black eyeliner. Yes, we do love a red lipstick (on occasion) but when we hit the beauty counter we’re more than likely to be snapping up a foundation or eyeliner in the blackest of black.

Priceline Pharmacy, which boasts a 43 per cent market share in cosmetics in Australia, recently revealed its best-selling cosmetics during the past six months. And they reveal a lot about Aussie women and our ideas about beauty. Click through and you’ll see what we mean.

The number one seller at Priceline Pharmacy, this powder foundation hides redness, enlarged pores – even birthmarks. Formulated with kaolin clay, it blends easily with the natural oils of the skin providing a natural-looking finish. It is free from talcs, parabens and bismuth, making it ideal for sensitive skin. Plus, it contains SPF15 and is available in Fair, Light, Light/Medium (also a top 10 seller for Priceline) and Medium.

The contouring trend shows no signs of abating here in Australia and this kit sells like crazy. There are a couple of reasons for that. The palette comes in three skin tones (light, medium and dark) and each boasts six shades (so pretty much everyone is catered for) plus the product itself is creamy and easy to apply. There’s also a step-by-step guide to application and tips on choosing the right shade for you.

Using liquid eyeliner is a skill. One I do not have. But if you want to create more precise winged looks then a liquid liner is a must. I still don’t have this down pat, but this wiz product has definitely improved my efforts. The tip can draw a line as thin as 0.01mm and as thick as 2.0mm for a more dramatic finish. Better still, the fluid formula is waterproof, smudge-proof and stays put for 24 hours

Banana Powder is a multipurpose pressed powder that will cover imperfections, banish dark circles and correct redness (thanks to its hint of yellow pigment). It can be used as part of a contouring regimen, or over the entire face as a matte finishing powder. The ultra-fine lightweight formula does not block pores (hurrah!) and will not dry out the skin.

Eyeliner can be a tricky business. Lines can be too thin, too fat or in my case, wobble all over. But even I can create a killer winged eye with this cool little liner thanks to a tip that measures just 0.05mm making it super easy to maneuver.

We all want to shine in life. On our faces? Not so much. That’s where this pressed powder comes into play. It goes on smooth and evens out skin tone, offering a natural, matte finish. Available in Transparent, Peach Glow, Cashmere, and Silky Beige.

We love this make-up brush set that contains seven brushes for the face, eyes and lips. Each brush features an exclusive limited-edition rose gold ferrule (that’s the metal bit at the end). Plus, the set comes in a sweet zippered bag so you don’t leave one on the train by accident.